This year’s event poses the question "What's Your Fetish?" This one's for the people out there who enjoy expressing themselves through what they wear.

The Fetish Ball 2007

The 2007 NZ Fetish Ball will take place Saturday 17th November - at The Civic, 194 Manchester Street, Christchurch.

This year’s event poses the question "What's Your Fetish?" This one's for the people out there who enjoy expressing themselves through what they wear. It's time to get creative - prizes kindly donated by The Fetish Ball sponsors will be given away through the night for best dressed, most outrageous, and most creative outfits.

The Civic will be lavishly decorated in true Fetish Ball style, with a wide range of themed areas, offering something for everyone!

Confirmed live acts and performers:

Stah (UK):
Empress Stah is a London based Trapeze Artist, Neo Burlesque Starlet, Fetish Freak & Twisted Cabaret Performer. With such a spectacularly diverse repertoire, it's little wonder that Stah maintains such a busy schedule. Stah has headlined & toured internationally with Torture Garden for the past 8 years to cities including New York, Moscow, Tokyo, Miami, Dallas, Naples, Rome, Athens, Berlin, Amsterdam and beyond. Stah recently enjoyed a sold out run of her own show 'The Very Best of Empress Stah' at the Soho Revue Bar in London's West End. Make sure you catch her at this year’s Fetish Ball folks, this chick is dynamite!
http://www.empressstah.com

Satomi (Japan):
Satomi has been a crowd favourite at The Fetish Ball since her first appearance in New Zealand (with partner Lukas) at The 2004 Fetish Ball.
Born in Canada and living in Japan since 1998, Satomi acquired her Nawashi title 3 years ago after a long apprenticeship with a master. She is trained in the art of traditional Japanese bondage known as Kinbaku. Satomi has performed in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, New York, Barcelona, Geneva, Paris, Nancy, Lyon, Australia, and of course at last three NZ Fetish Balls. Having appeared in countless fetish magazines, Satomi is also an official London Torture Garden performer.
http://www.tokyolovedoll.com

Lukas Zpira (France):
”Whether it is to tear itself out from its initial condition, to mark its membership or a fundamental step in life, mankind has always used rituals. We therefore inscribe ourselves in an offspring that takes its source since the dawn of time. But let us not be mistaken.” (Lukas Zpira 00).
Back for his third visit to NZ, Lukas' performance will be one not to miss - bear witness to the artistic precision of such an experienced showman.
http://www.body-art.net

Pollyfilla (Aust):
Now resident in Melbourne, Pollyfilla will once again MC and perform at The NZ Fetish Ball. Critics describe Pollyfilla as having the Fashion Sense of Jem, The facial expressions of Linda Blair in The Exorcist, The Comedic timing of Carol Burnett in Annie, The style and poise of Faye Dunaway in Mommie Dearest and possessing more leg than a bucket of KFC! With a career spanning almost 10 years, Pollyfilla has a great depth of experience as a performer and designer, and her career highlights illustrate this to a tee!
http://www.myspace.com/pollypallooza

Mark & Flygirl (DV8House, Sydney):
Mark of DV8House is an internationally renowned performer, rigger and educator. This will be Mark & Flygirl’s second appearance at the New Zealand Fetish Ball, after taking the stage by storm at last year’s event with their unique brand of sexually charged erotic suspension bondage. Having performed all over the world from Hellfire Sydney and both the L’Erotica events in Australia, to the US at Austin, Chicago, San Francisco & Los Angeles, across Europe including Athens, Berlin & London as well as in Tokyo, Mark & Flygirl look forward to returning to the stage in Christchurch with a special performance that is sure to be a crowd favourite yet again.
http://www.dv8house.com

DeeZaStar (Auck):
“Don’t just step outside the square you live in……circle it!”
DeeZaStar is the unique creation of performing artist Kneel Halt. “Club artiste provocateur”, DeeZaStar is a piece of living modern art – an androgynous changeling. Part fashion designer, part drag queen, part stunt artist, part visual artist, part musician, performance artist and always the provocateur, DeeZaStar has been creating original art and performing at dance events and club nights all over the country for over a decade. He has appeared at Hero parties, Ministry of Sound, Cream, Millennium (to name but a few), as well as promoting his own club nights including “Mein Kamp”, “Klique” and “Lavish”.
Through his one man show “FIERCE! CHILD” - or the collaborative installation based multi media flesh circus of “Glory Hole”, Kneel has been slowly but surely drawing elements from the order of theatre, the chaos of club - and the feral arts and multi-media, together in a unique, ambitious new form of theatre art. New Zealand Drama School/Toi Whakaari trained with considerable experience in theatre and performance, DeeZaStar incorporates many disciplines into his work including wearable art/costume design, mask making, stunt work, clowning, stilt work, fire-breathing, film-making and numerous other specialized skills.
“Exhibitionism is a drug…you get hooked! - I’m now taking doses that would kill a beginner” Quentin Crisp
http://www.deezastar.com/

Lady Xanthi and her pony Rivendell (Chch):
Lady Xanthi and Christchurch’s very own human pony, Rivendell are back at the NZ Fetish Ball for the second year. This duo will give a glimpse into the exotic world of pony play. Rivendell is an often reluctant and cheeky pony and Lady Xanthi is a powerful Femme Domme who makes Rivendell obey her every command. With amazing fetish costumes and stage props, this is a unique performance not to be missed.

Uncommon Bonds (Chch):
Uncommon Bonds is a Christchurch-based organisation that brings together a lively, creative and fun-loving group of people with wide-ranging interests in BDSM. Once again at this year’s Ball, Members from Uncommon Bonds will be present to demonstrate and invite participation in various forms of BDSM play.
http://www.uncommonbonds.org.nz

DJs:
Cosm (Live PA)
Skywalka
Findlay
Therobsta
Robbie Glass
Meg* B2B Tony P

Expect: Wicked decor, big screen visuals, live video feeds between zones, enhanced lighting, and lasers - This Ball will be an all night long aural and visual extravaganza!
This year's Fetish Ball once again promises to be the best yet - it is strongly advised that you purchase tickets well in advance as they are limited.
Last year's Ball was a sell out with over 800 in attendance!

$50.00 presale tickets are out now, and available from:

Christchurch:
Peaches and Cream Megastore - 643 Colombo St
Minifies - 143b Victoria St
The Tattoo Shop - 244 High St Mall
DIVAS X-Dressing and Bondage Boutique - 146a Lichfield Street
Hunters and Collectors - 235 High St

Wellington:
Erox Wellington - Cnr Vivian & Cuba St's.

Auckland:
Erox Auckland - 474 K' Rd

Online:
Peaches and Cream Megastore - http://www.peachesandcream.co.nz
NZPersonals.com (3 months free full membership with every purchase)
Thornapple Bootique (Double Bat points when you purchase Fetish Ball Tickets from Thornapple Bootique) - http://www.thornapple.co.nz
DIVAS X-Dressing and Bondage Boutique - http://www.divasxdressingandbondage.co.nz

Door sales: (if available) will be $60.00

Sponsors:

Peaches and Cream Megastore
Peaches and Cream are proud to be major sponsor of The Fetish Ball.
At Peaches and Cream Megastore, you can expect to find the largest, most comprehensive range of adult products available in the South Island.
We stock a huge range of costumes, lingerie, magazines, toys, party pills, DVDs and videos. We are also agents for Seduction Leather, Insinuate, Leg Avenue, Hustler, and much much more.
Once again, Peaches and Cream will be getting together with the organisers of The Fetish Ball and selecting a large range of men’s and women’s Leg Avenue costumes for this fabulous event. Note: we are only ordering one of each item, ensuring that you will be the only person wearing your costume of choice!
Peaches and Cream Megastore
643 Colombo St, Christchurch
(03) 3652628
http://www.peachesandcream.co.nz

Thornapple Bootique - All your Dark wee heart could ever desire!
Thornapple Bootique are New Zealand’s largest and wickedest online Gothic, Punk, Lolita & Pin-Up alternative store.
Come & lift the toy box lid - all the alternative essentials you could ever need!
With sinister creations like ~
Footwear - from flats to 8” ballet heels.
Medusa locks, dread falls and accessories.
Alchemy gothic jewellery & decor.
Manic Panic cosmetics & hair dye.
Heavy Red corsets and clothing.
Crazy Eyes SFX contact lenses.
Leg Avenue costumes, hosiery and sexy clothing.
Leather and PVC clothing.
MAlice leather cuffs and bondage gear.
Iris clothing PVC wear.
Among many other wicked treats for the dark at heart!
We also have a new Customer Gallery & Free downloads - not to mention wicked competitions, reviews and our reward “Bat Points” that mean you get a way to get free products!
The essence of the most debauched hunger. Desire beyond love, anguish beyond sanity.
http://www.thornapple.co.nz

Minifies
For all your transformation needs. Minifies has a team of makeup artists able to be booked for makeovers and transformations - we stock makeup from around the world.
Minifies are NZ agents for Kryolan Professional, Ben Nye Makeup, Los Angeles, Paris Berlin Makeup, Revlon hairpieces and wigs (new colours in-store now), and Sweidas Costume Accessories.
We now have a larger than ever colour range of body paint, liquid latex, glitter and fake blood, as well as a huge range of costume jewellery, false eyelashes, hairpieces, hats, gloves, masks and feather boas - we have wigs in all styles and colours, priced from $16.95 to $399.00.
Dare to be different - with our product range and knowledge, the sky’s the limit!
Open 7 days
143b Victoria St, Christchurch
(03) 3771692
http://www.minifies.co.nz

The Tattoo Shop
Conveniently located in the heart of the city, The Tattoo Shop are a uniquely styled clinical environment who take pride in offering a friendly, personal service.
We offer a complete tattooing and piercing service. Our staff are available 10.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Saturday. Please feel free to call and book an appointment, or simply drop in for a consultation.
We maintain our premises as a clinically clean environment and keep to strict hygenic practices - your safety and satisfaction is of paramount importance to us.
Instore we have a huge range of tattoo artwork and hundreds of pictures of completed works. Please take advantage of the gallery on this site to check out some of our accomplishments.
Current artist in residence is UK based Muff. After traveling the world for the last 10 years with his chosen profession, Muff has now settled in Christchurch and is available for custom tattoo work and piercing.
We are now taking bookings for internationally recognised body modification artist Lukas Zpira while he is in NZ for The Fetish Ball in November.
244 High St, Christchurch
(03) 3660522
http://www.thetattooshop.co.nz

Divas X-Dressing and Bondage Boutique
NZ’s "LARGEST" SELECTION OF BONDAGE,FETISH & X-DRESSING PRODUCTS
Including: quality clothing, leather, rubber, PVC, wigs, thigh-high boots, sexy shoes, fetishwear, lingerie, makeup, jewellery, masks, costumes, feather boas, false eyelashes. we sell hand made corsets by Vollers of London, men's & women's costumes by Leg Avenue & Honour Clothing - world leading designs in PVC & rubber
Transformations & makeover service available - book your appointment today. Let one of our make-up artists make you look simply stunning for this years Fetish Ball.
We sell NZs largest selection of bondage, fetish & x-dressing books & mags - including Heavy Rubber, Marquis, DDI, Skin Two, Secrets, and Transformation.
Open Monday - Saturday, 11am until 11pm
Upstairs at 146a Lichfield Street, Christchurch
Infoline (03) 379-3446
Shop online at http://www.divasxdressingandbondage.co.nz

NZPersonals.com
Since 2000, we have run an adults only dating and contact site dedicated to providing a wide range of New Zealand contacts. Our listings include straight, gay, bisexual, and bi-curious people from all walks of life.
On NZPersonals.com, you'll find males, females, couples, transsexuals and groups who seek open minded people to join them in their pursuit of fun times.
What does NZPersonals have?

* Tens of thousands of subscriber listings, nationwide.
* Thousands of Galleries - naughty pictures of our subscribers.
* Activities & Parties - organised by subscribers.
* Free members’ chatroom, as well as a subscribers only chatroom.
* Seven discussion areas.
* Lingerie, Adult toy and DVD shopping.
* The most safe and secure environment to meet new people on the Internet.
* Highly supportive, responsive, and open minded website team. We are unequalled.
*Purchase your Fetish Ball ticket online from NZPersonals.com and get 3 months free full membership.

http://www.nzpersonals.com

Sensual Events
Sensualevents is a website dedicated to the swinger community. We arrange swinger events throughout the world. We have just returned from taking a group to the Desire Resort in Mexico. We will be taking a group to the masquerade ball in Brisbane and another group to the grand opening of CLUB SE in Christchurch. We have taken groups to the NRL finals in Sydney, the U2 concert in Sydney, the New Orleans in November convention and the Sea Mountain Resort in Las Vegas. We are also planning next year’s trip to the Desire Resort in Mexico.
Sensualevents is a joint project between REAL SWINGERS in the UK, USA and Australia and New Zealand. This is a truly global site run by swingers for swingers. Most of the current sites are run by commercial entities that have never been part of the swinging community
We have live webcam chat, forums, on call rooms, medical specialist advice. All members have the ability to access all areas.
There are many features which are unique to the site including advice columns by medical specialists and there are prizes to be won to attend lifestyle events throughout the world. The site is guaranteed to remain free of charge until the membership reaches 5000. We are currently at 1300. We are also offering current members free lifetime membership for uploading pictures to their profiles.
http://www.sensualevents.com

Club SE
Christchurch's first totally dedicated venue for people in the swinging scene will be ready to open its doors in August, premises have been secured, plans and renovations are underway. This venue is strictly for couples M/F and single females.
We will be having an open weekend on Fri the 10th and Sat 11th of August. Numbers will be limited on both nights so register early to receive your invite. Sensualevents members will be given priority and it is currently free to join.
The venue will feature a stage with 2 dance poles, a dance cage, grope tent, sybian, soft b&d area, swing, play rooms, dvd room, spa pool, large open plan shower area, dance & bar area and of course great host's.
You will need to Register on http://www.clubse.co.nz as a member and enter your details to be sent an invitation to attend.
http://www.clubse.co.nz

UnderWorld Fashions - For the Real Woman
UnderWorld Fashions is all about sexy lingerie and clothing. Our aim is to make every women feel sexy, but at a realistic price and backed with excellent service.
We aim to provide beautiful, high quality, sexy lingerie for the “Real Woman”. Women come in all shapes and sizes and not just model thin so OUR lingerie has been specially chosen bearing in mind the shape of all women and their desire to highlight some areas of her body and to discreetly disguise others.
We are here for women only, to make them feel seductive, special and comfortable with what they are wearing, and all at a very reasonable price.
The Fetish Ball is a chance for all you sexy, beautiful women to dress up and show exactly what you have got and UnderWorld Fashions is just the place to find that special outfit. We can order in to your requirements so give us a call to discuss what your desired costume or outfit is.
The lingerie and costumes are just the start… we also stock a range of erotic toys designed with woman’s needs and pleasure in mind. We have searched all around the world for the ideal vibrator designed for women and we have found some very special ones indeed!! We have a range of silicone erotic toys, which are velvet-soft, non-toxic and skin friendly. They have aesthetic designs that have expressions of high spirits, fun and self-confidence which we know you will love!!
Our point of difference from other companies is that we genuinely want to provide you with top quality sexy lingerie and erotic toys at the lowest price possible and with excellent customer service. Our buyer is constantly searching for new products so check our website regularly for new items.
Therefore take some time to browse through our website for realistically priced, beautiful lingerie and fun erotic toys that can only make your day.
Thank you and enjoy your shopping with Underworld Fashions!
Visit our website or phone Michelle 980 6183
http://www.underworldfashions.co.nz

Dress code:
The Fetish Ball is a costume essential event - you must be dressed accordingly or you will not be allowed entry. NO discussions, NO refunds

Acceptable costumes include: Fantasy/fetishwear such as drag, corsets, uniforms, leather, lingerie, latex, rubber, PVC, feathers, cyber, sci-fi, or special fx costuming - or anything else you might dream up. Sheer fabrics, and revealing outfits are encouraged. Gothic - try to make it as over the top as you can (no goth street clothes allowed)

Creativity is key - anything made from Rubber, PVC, Leather, Metal, Vinyl or Latex will be fine

NOT acceptable:

* Everyday street clothes
* Regular business suits (tuxedos are OK)
* Denim of any kind or colour (unless it is part of a pretty spectacular costume)
* Sneakers (unless they are part of your costume)

Glen Rossiter
glen@thefetishball.com
http://www.thefetishball.com